1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1971 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Admiral weights approximately 985 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1971 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Chante | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2784 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
